International Medical Corps Emergency Program Coordinator Job Vacancy in Liberia

Essential
Job Duties/Scope of Work: International Medical Corps is a
global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and
relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development
programs.

Established
in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a
private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to
improve the quality of life throughhealth interventions and related activities
that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering
training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people
at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency
situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems
and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

JOB
SUMMARY

The
primary function of the Emergency Response Program Coordinator includes
supporting the Emergency Response Team Leader in the planning, design,
implementation, supervision, expansion/development and administration of
overall country programs.

ESSENTIAL
RESPONSIBILITIES

1.
Program Management

Work
closely with the Team Leader, senior management and field teams to
determine the operational needs of the program within the scope of the
grants
Analyze
data gathered and propose alternative strategies of program implementation
Compile
monthly and quarterly reports, ensuring statistics are correct and on time
Work
with the health teams to design and implement a reporting system to
monitor and evaluate the objectives, indicators and outcomes of the
country programs as well as trends in mortality and morbidity
Conduct
assessments and contribute to production of proposals for new projects
Work
with field teams and logistics to procure program supplies within program
budgets
Regularly
update country office on progression of programs as per protocol
Compile
program and donor reports and assists with development of future programs
as needed
Liaise
closely with local authorities, donor and partner agencies to ensure
program compliance with donor policies and regulations and complementary
with other agencies’ efforts
Maintain
flexibility to take on added responsibility as and when needed

2.
Representation

Attend
coordination meetings which are relevant to emergency response programs
Represent
the organization at task force meetings, assessment missions, camp
coordination meetings, UN coordination meetings, INGO coordination
meetings as appropriate
Ensure
maximum visibility of the agency amongst the NGO community
Contribute
to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the
organization, notably through the application of the organizations Code of
Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and
external actors

3.
Human Resources Management

Assist
in the selection and training of qualified program staff and recommend
promotions, disciplinary action and termination of staff in consultation
with the Team Leader and Finance Director
Supervise
staff to ensure their smooth and effective operations
Ensure
compliance to local labor laws including working hours
Maintain
open lines of communications with all field staff

4.
Training/ Capacity Building

Determine
training needs for subordinate staff
Train
senior national staff to increase their responsibilities in order to build
capacity and ensure sustainability of programs
Advocate
and plan for professional development for expat and national staff

5.
Working Relationships

Maintain
frequent communication with Country Director to ensure program activities
and objectives are communicated
Work
with Country Director and Logistics staff to ensure the coordination of
programs supplies are within budgeted targets
Attend
coordination meetings which are relevant to country activities
Interface
with national government and relevant agencies as necessary

6.
Security

Collaborate
with security officer/CD in order to maintain security of health staff in
the field

7.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Actively
promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards
within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by
International Medical Corps.

Qualifications:

Master’s
degree in Public Health, International Development and/or in a relevant
field of study
Three
to five years experience in program design and evaluation, of which at
least one year in developing countries or resource deprived environment
Supervisory
experience
Familiarity
with international humanitarian operations, coordination structures, and
the mandates of donors, UN agencies, and other NGOs
Profound
cross-cultural awareness and insight into health care issues
Ability
to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently
Extremely
flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and
frustrations
Ability
to relate to and motivate local staff effectively
Creativity
and the ability to work with limited resources
Excellent
decision making skills
Team
player and strong communication skills, both oral and written
Proficient
in computer applications, especially with MS Word and MS Excel, MS
PowerPoint a plus